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Tekeya Gill

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Dynamic college graduate student with high GPA and exceptional leadership and customer service skills seeking opportunity to work in educated related field.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Registered Behavior Technician

Hidden Talents
11.2022 - Current
  • Conducted functional assessments to identify triggers and develop targeted interventions for challenging behaviors.
  • Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
  • Used Chorus to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
  • Conducted functional behavior assessments, functional analysis, preference assessments, and assessments of basic learning and language skills to identify target behaviors and purpose of behaviors.
  • Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
  • Provided parent training on ABA techniques to support consistency in care across home, school, and community settings.
  • Assisted Board Certified Behavior Analysts in designing personalized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs and goals.
  • Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members for comprehensive treatment planning and optimal outcomes.
  • Enhanced client''s communication skills through the use of visual aids, social stories, and roleplaying activities.
  • Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.

Assistant Clinical Supervisor

SpringHealth Behavioral Health And Integrated Care
12.2022 - Current
  • Streamlined communication between healthcare teams, resulting in improved coordination of care and reduced medical errors.
  • Collaborated closely with mental health professionals with treatment plan implementation.
  • Used Rethink to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
  • Mentored junior staff members and provided guidance on effective clinical practices, leading to increased job satisfaction and retention rates.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized treatment plans for patients, ensuring optimal outcomes.
  • Served as a liaison between clinicians and management, facilitating open communication channels to address concerns or areas for improvement.
  • Evaluated staff performance through regular reviews and feedback sessions, identifying opportunities for growth and professional development.
  • Participated in recruitment efforts by interviewing potential candidates to fill key roles within the clinic''s growing team of professionals.
  • Monitored, analyzed, and corrected staff performance and worked with nurse manager to raise standards of practice.
  • Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
  • Lead and directed team of over 20 clinical personnel and support staff.

Lead Registered Behavior Technician

Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center
08.2021 - 09.2022
  • Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members for comprehensive treatment planning and optimal outcomes.
  • Enhanced client''s communication skills through the use of visual aids, social stories, and roleplaying activities.
  • Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
  • Conducted functional assessments to identify triggers and develop targeted interventions for challenging behaviors.
  • Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
  • Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
  • Assisted Board Certified Behavior Analysts in designing personalized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs and goals.
  • Provided parent training on ABA techniques to support consistency in care across home, school, and community settings.
  • Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
  • Utilized technology tools for data collection and analysis, streamlining the process of monitoring client progress and informing treatment plan adjustments.
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
  • Documented interventions, assessments and progress reports on database to enable tracking history and maintain consistent records.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to develop and modify individualized treatment plans.

Registered Behavior Technician

Chance light Autism Services
10.2019 - 07.2021
  • Implemented intensive applied behavior analysis therapy which included one to one interaction and instruction with autistic children ages 2-10 years old in the clinic, home, and community setting.
  • Worked on maintaining and furthering skills in a group setting, social skills, DTT, NET, behavior reduction, FCT and intensive potty training.
  • Assist with VB-MAPP assessments, write ups, protocols, and create graphs using excel (e.g., changing criterion, frequency, duration, total task, forward chaining, and backward chaining) on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
  • Behavior Therapists provides observational data-based reports on the learning progress of their clients
  • Creating and recording data for development and progress as well as behavioral issues
  • Also received supervision hours towards BCBA certification.
  • Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members for comprehensive treatment planning and optimal outcomes.
  • Enhanced client''s communication skills through the use of visual aids, social stories, and roleplaying activities.
  • Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
  • Conducted functional assessments to identify triggers and develop targeted interventions for challenging behaviors.
  • Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
  • Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
  • Assisted Board Certified Behavior Analysts in designing personalized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs and goals.
  • Provided parent training on ABA techniques to support consistency in care across home, school, and community settings.

Behavioral Health Tech

Ingalls Memorial Hospital
06.2018 - 07.2019
  • Provide patient care support/needs, work under the doctors and nurses with the treatment of the patients with behavioral problems
  • Understand and implement individual treatment plans, record patient behavior for 15 minute round sheets, provide a safe, supportive environment for the patients and provide and record patient medications and assist with daily activities
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based behavioral interventions and strategies.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for patients to share experiences and discuss coping strategies.
  • Implemented therapeutic activities that promoted skill-building, self-awareness, and healthy coping mechanisms.
  • Contributed to continuous quality improvement initiatives within the facility, enhancing overall service delivery and patient satisfaction levels.
  • Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines while managing sensitive patient information, maintaining privacy and trust among clients.
  • Mentored new Behavioral Health Technicians joining the team, sharing best practices and helping them acclimate quickly to their new role responsibilities.

Behavioral Therapist

Cornerstones Autism Therapy
03.2017 - 07.2019
  • Structured one to one interaction and instruction with autistic children/ mentally ill children within their homes, school, and/or community settings
  • This may include maintaining and furthering skills from the child’s IEP (Individual Education Plan) and executing a BNC Care Plan via ABA techniques as well as attending to physical needs of the child
  • Behavior Therapists provides observational data based reports on the learning progress of their clients
  • Creating and recording data for development and progress as well as behavioral issues.
  • Enhanced client progress by designing and implementing individualized intervention plans based on Applied Behavior Analysis principles.
  • Improved client communication skills through the use of evidence-based language training techniques such as PECS and sign language.
  • Collected and analyzed data on client performance, adjusting treatment plans accordingly to maximize progress towards goals.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

LEXINGTON HEALTH
03.2016 - 04.2018
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.

Behavioral Health Technician

Comprehensive Early Autism Service
06.2016 - 03.2017
  • Present 1:1 therapy in home sessions with mentally ill children
  • Work on ABA and complete different development activities with the child
  • Take data during session and graph it afterwards
  • Monitoring any behavioral issues, assisting with daily living activities, monitoring human development and growth within the clients and ensuring a safe environment.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based behavioral interventions and strategies.

Education

Masters in Psychology W/ Specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis -

Capella University
Minneapolis, Minnesota
12.2020

Masters in Psychology W/Emphasis in Health Psychology -

Grand Canyon University
Grand Canyon, AZ
12.2018

CNA Certificate -

BestMed Medial School
Dolton, IL
01.2016

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology -

DePaul University
Chicago, IL
01.2016

Skills

  • Certifications/Licenses
  • CPR Certified
  • CPI Certified
  • CNA
  • February 2016
  • MICROSOFT WORD, POWERPOINT, EXCEL

References

EXCELLENT REFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

Volunteer

  • All About Pink Breast Cancer Inc. 2011-Present
  • Tutor at Matteson Recreational Center September 2009- June 2010

Timeline

Assistant Clinical Supervisor

SpringHealth Behavioral Health And Integrated Care
12.2022 - Current

Lead Registered Behavior Technician

Hidden Talents
11.2022 - Current

Lead Registered Behavior Technician

Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center
08.2021 - 09.2022

Registered Behavior Technician

Chance light Autism Services
10.2019 - 07.2021

Behavioral Health Tech

Ingalls Memorial Hospital
06.2018 - 07.2019

Behavioral Therapist

Cornerstones Autism Therapy
03.2017 - 07.2019

Behavioral Health Technician

Comprehensive Early Autism Service
06.2016 - 03.2017

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

LEXINGTON HEALTH
03.2016 - 04.2018

Masters in Psychology W/ Specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis -

Capella University

Masters in Psychology W/Emphasis in Health Psychology -

Grand Canyon University

CNA Certificate -

BestMed Medial School

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology -

DePaul University

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